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Rising Leaders of New YorkCreating Stronger Bonds With Your Children After Divorce with Tom RogersonIn this episode of A Better Divorce Podcast with Andrea Vacca, we welcome guest Tom Rogerson, CEO/Owner of GenLegCo. Inc. Tom is a recognized leader and pioneer in family governance and legacy planning. He had the privilege of meeting Jay Hughes over 30 years ago who inspired him to transform his practice from “Preparing the Money for the Family” to “Preparing the Family for the Money.” Using his Seven-Steps to Healthy Family Governance, Tom has worked with over 300 families facilitating family meetings focusing on: creating a legacy culture with an entrepreneurial mindset, philanthropic vision, legacy planning, succession development and endowing...2023-11-2434 minRising Leaders of New YorkInsights into Insurance with Kyle KirbyIn this episode of the Rising Leaders of New York podcast, welcome guest Kyle Kirby, Personal Risk Specialist with USI Insurance.
Tune in to the episode for insights from Kyle Kirby:
* Kyle’s career journey into the insurance industry
* Common mistakes made when choosing insurance
* What is umbrella insurance?
* Insurance considerations when having multiple assets
* Noticeable issues with catastrophe claims
Learn more about Kyle Kirby:
* Connect with Kyle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-kirby-41661715b
...2023-11-2329 minRising Leaders of New YorkLaw, Religion, and Community with Rabbi Laurie GoldIn this episode of the Rising Leaders of New York podcast, welcome guest Rabbi Laurie Gold. A former defense attorney in New York and now a licensed rabbi.
Tune in to the episode for insights from Rabbi Laurie Gold:
* Why Laurie temporarily put her lifelong desire to be a rabbi on hold while her path was paved to becoming a lawyer
* The life event that spurred Rabbi Laurie to leave the legal profession and attend rabbinical school
* Career highlights as a rabbi
* The benefits of being part of a reli...2023-11-0420 minRising Leaders of New YorkFamily Law, Mindfulness, and Growing A Law Firm with Leona KrasnerIn this episode of the Rising Leaders of New York podcast, welcome guest Leona Krasner, Esq., MBA. Leona is the Founder and Managing Partner of Krasner Law, PLLC, a rapidly growing family law practice helping people in New York and New Jersey with their family law needs in the areas of prenuptial agreements, separation agreement, custody, and restraining orders.Tune in to this episode as Leona shares insights into:* How she decided to be a Matrimonial Attorney and start Krasner Law* Factors to consider to decide whether a prenuptial agreement is necessary* How virtual court has...2023-10-0327 minRising Leaders of New YorkA Rising Voice for Democracy in Queens with Ethan FelderIn this episode of the Rising Leaders of New York podcast, welcome guest Ethan Felder. Ethan is a community leader and labor lawyer in Forest Hills Queens.Tune in to this episode as Ethan shares insights into:* the urgent need to address the current climate crisis in New York City and create more secure jobs with better labor protection* the importance of contested elections and public financing of campaigns to give grassroots candidates a chance in local politics* the importance of unions and essential workers in keeping our economy running and creating a fair and jus...2023-09-1528 minRising Leaders of New YorkParking Violations and Road Safety in New York City with Arthur L. MillerIn this episode of the Rising Leaders of New York podcast, welcome guest Arthur L. Miller. Arthur is a traffic ticket attorney and an advocate for the trucking industry.
Tune in to this episode as Arthur shares insights into:
the need for better messaging around road safety
concerns about revenue-driven ticketing
regulations and recommended training for different types of transportation
the importance of investing in quality insurance coverage
suggested improvements to advocacy and communication efforts to promote better pedestrian safety
potential nuances surrounding parking violations and the potential for abuse or harassment by individuals issuing the...2023-08-3039 minRising Leaders of New YorkWorkers Comp Uncovered with Aaron SandersIn this episode of the Rising Leaders of New York podcast, welcome guest Aaron Sanders. Aaron is a Workers’ Compensation attorney, Vice President of the Injured Workers’ Bar Association and Partner at Zea Proukou PLLC (pronounced Zay-uh Pro-co) in Rochester, NY and the Finger Lakes region.
Tune in to this episode as Aaron shares insights into:
how to start a workers compensation claim
tangible issues with the workers’ compensation claim process
common misunderstandings about the workers compensation system
existing and proposed regulations in the industry
Aaron Sanders has spent his entire career practicing New York State...2023-08-171h 14Rising Leaders of New YorkHealth and Wellness with David CaldwellIn this episode of the Rising Leaders of New York podcast, welcome guest David Caldwell. David Caldwell is a Professional Dot Connector, former NFL player, and currently the vice president of the New York City, Long Island chapter of the NFL Alumni Association.
Tune in to this episode as David Caldwell shares insights into:
his initiatives in the health and wellness industry in NY and NJ
what he does to address healthcare in the community
the synergy with attorneys who want to serve their injured clients
hi...2023-07-2627 minRising Leaders of New YorkNavigating the Complexities of US Immigration with Neil A. WeinribIn this episode of the Rising Leaders of New York podcast, we welcome guest Neil A. Weinrib, Managing Director at Neil A. Weinrib & Associates, Immigration and General Practice.
Tune in as Neil talks about:
* navigating the complex US immigration system
* the desirability of the US as a destination for Foreign Nationals
* changes in immigration policy under the Trump and Biden Administrations
* the range of immigration cases his firm handles
* social services and immigration reform
After establishing himself as an immigration expert while worki...2023-07-2223 minRising Leaders of New YorkMatrimonial Law, Mediation and Marital Assets with Sheera GefenIn this episode of the Rising Leaders of New York podcast, we welcome guest Sheera Gefen, Supervising Attorney of the Matrimonial Unit of District Council 37's Municipal Employees' Legal Services, and Certified Divorce Mediator.
Tune in as Sheera talks about:
* How she became a matrimonial lawyer
* The effects of the pandemic on the custody process
* The difference between litigation and mediation
* Marital, intermingled and separate assets
* Prenuptial and post-nuptial agreements
Sheera Gefen, Esq. graduated Phi Beta Kappa, magna cum laude, with a B.A. in psych...2023-07-2031 minRising Leaders of New YorkUnions and Employee Organizing with Chris BaluzyIn this episode of the Rising Leaders of New York podcast, we welcome guest Chris Baluzy, a Partner at Cary Kane, practicing in the areas of Labor, Employment, and Employee Benefits Law.
Tune in to this episode as Chris shares insights into:
* Unions, what they are and how they work
* What he does to help unions in his role
* How arbitration works in the labor field
* Big companies setting up unions
* Common issues executives need to know about unions
* Benefit of companies to have...2023-07-2037 minRising Leaders of New YorkAn Unexpected Journey: From Corporate Law to Special Education Advocacy with Rebecca SassouniIn this episode of the Rising Leaders of New York podcast, welcome guest Rebecca Sassouni, Esq., Mediator, Attorney for Students Of Counsel, Wisselman Harounian Family Law.
Tune in to this episode as Rebecca shares insights into:
* education challenges as a result of the pandemic
* advocating for special needs children, including how to challenge a school's classification decision
* the influence of ai and technology on student representation
* the challenges of maintaining zero tolerance policies
* importance of knowing how to protect children's rights
Rebecca Sassouni understands the nexus...2023-07-1427 minRising Leaders of New YorkCommuters, Voting Access, and Supporting First Responders with NY State Assemblywoman Gina SillittiIn this episode of the Rising Leaders of New York podcast, welcome guest New York State Assemblywoman Gina Silitti, representing the 16th District on the North Shore of Long Island.
Tune in to this episode as Gina shares insights into:
* the impact of last summer's train schedule changes on commuters in her district
* ways to revitalize the commuting experience, including train schedules and relieving overcrowding
* expanding access to voting for working people and city commuters
* Fire Department Bills and Crisis Counseling for Police
Born and raised on Long...2023-07-1238 min